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I asked a Pilates instructor for the best exercise to improve mobility and build core strength after 40 — and her answer wasn’t what I was expecting

By Jane McGuire Published

Here's the exercise we should all be doing to improve our mobility, according to a Pilates instructor

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Man performing bodyweight squat outside by the ocean during outdoor workout
This personal trainer’s yoga block trick fixes tight ankles and stiff joints during squats

By Sam Hopes Published

A personal trainer shares a yoga block trick you can use to improve squat depth and boost mobility.

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a photo of a woman doing a bear plank
The bear plank bird dog is the hardest bodyweight core move I’ve ever tried — here’s what happened when I did it for a week

By John Carroll Published

Here's what happened when this fitness writer tried the bear plank bird dog for a week

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a woman's abs
I'm a personal trainer — I replace standard planks with this gymnastics exercise for clients over 50, here's why

By Sam Hopes Last updated

I've been teaching weightlifting for years, and this is one of the most effective plank variations you can do for strength.

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Strikesphere toys on Amanda Caswell's lawn - brighteness enhanced with Gemini
I tested 3 StrikeSphere sports toys with my kids — these are the ones they kept playing with

By Amanda Caswell Published

I tested three StrikeSphere sports toys with my kids to see which ones kept them moving, competing and coming back for more.

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Keen Roam train running shoes in black photographed in front of a blue background
Keen Roam review: trail running shoes that need a little extra support

By Ashley Thieme Published

The Keen Roam shoes offer versatility for walking or running; I just wish there was more support.

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a photo of DJ Shipley and a man holding a dumbbell
Former Navy SEAL, DJ Shipley, uses this 4-move ab workout to build core strength and stability at 41

By Jane McGuire Published

Ever wondered how a Navy SEAL works their core? Read this

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Mizuno Hyperwarp 96
Mizuno’s new racing shoe is even lighter than the Adidas Pro Evo 3 — here’s everything you need to know about the Hyperwarp 96

By Nick Harris-Fry Published

The Mizuno Hyperwarp 96 is the second super-shoe to come in under 100g/3.5oz, and is listed as a gram lighter than the record-breaking Adidas Pro Evo 3.

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Athletic male in shorts at the gym performing a low squat hold while stretching out his hips
I tried 5 viral TikTok mobility drills for tight hips after sitting all day — these 2 are worth your time

By Sam Hopes Published

A personal trainer shares the TikTok mobility challenges she is currently testing and why two of them are helpful for tight hips.

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Chris Pratt
Chris Pratt, 47, swears by this 5-move dumbbell workout for full-body strength — so I gave it a shot

By Jane McGuire Last updated

Here's what happened when we grabbed a set of dumbbells and worked out like Chris Pratt.

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